The Impact of Climate Change on Global Agriculture

Climate change significantly impacts global agriculture, affecting crop yields, pest distribution, and farming practices. Rising temperatures can reduce crop productivity, with estimates suggesting that for every degree Celsius increase, yields of major cereals could decline by about 5-10%. Changes in precipitation patterns can lead to droughts or flooding, affecting 80% of the world's agricultural land. A study predicted that by 2050, South Asia and sub-Saharan Africa could see a 20-30% decrease in cereal production